election

Sep
16
2024
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM students react to US presidential debate

AUM students react to US presidential debate

Campus, News,
By: Cameron Harris and Alexis Stafford AUM Audio · AUM students react to the U.S. presidential debate MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Last Tuesday, U.S. presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held what is believed to be the only debate that will take place between the two candidates before the November election. Trump and Harris went toe to toe with each other about many different policies and political topics. A major talking point was the economy and what each candidate was going to do to help struggling families and small businesses. Another huge point was the issue of immigration and how…
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Apr
14
2024
By Aumnibus Staff
Students exercising their right to choose

Students exercising their right to choose

Campus, News
Voting on college campuses By: Victoria Salters As the 2024 election cycle gains momentum, college students nationwide are increasingly participating in the democratic process by exercising their right to vote, which is due to campuses, including AUM, facilitating voter registration and education. According to Tuft University’s recent National Study of Learning, Voting and Engagement (NSLVE) voter turnout among college students rose 14% from the previous election cycle. This increase indicates young adults' increased realization of the power of their voices to influence the political system. With a surge in voter registration drives and civic engagement initiatives on campuses, young voters…
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